Magic and the Shinigami Detective
When the Night Foxes boldly break into the Fourth Precinct's Evidence Building, it causes quite the stir. The break-in is daring enough, but their method shreds the magical wards and protections on the building like confetti paper. To say the police are 'alarmed' by this is the understatement of the century.
As a Magical Examiner, Henri Davenforth is of course immediately called in. Quite to his astonishment, Captain Gregson has him work the case like a detective. Even more astounding, he assigns Henri a partner.
The Shinigami Detective.
The woman is famous for killing the most destructive rogue witch of the century, and no one is quite certain where she's from. Every officer in the precinct is either in awe of her or a little frightened by her. Henri is just baffled. What is he supposed to do with a partner?
Hopefully killing one witch makes Jamie Edwards enough of an expert on magic to be helpful, as the thieves aren't content to just break into one building. They in fact seem to have an agenda, as with each theft, they take magical objects. It's all mounting to a dangerously powerful magical construct capable of toppling the wards on any building.
And no one has any idea what the thieves' true target is.
Honor Raconteur
Honor Raconteur has built a loyal readership by creating fantasy worlds where intelligence, curiosity, and cooperation matter as much as magic. Although she remains a relatively niche author compared to many bestselling fantasy writers, her novels have become favorites among readers who enjoy imaginative world-building, character-driven adventures, and mysteries that reward careful observation instead of relying solely on spectacle.
Storytelling has been part of her life since childhood. Growing up, she moved frequently across the United States, an experience that exposed her to a wide variety of people and places while encouraging an active imagination. An avid reader from an early age, she began inventing her own stories long before pursuing publication. After studying writing and business at college, she spent several years seeking a traditional publishing deal before embracing independent publishing, a decision that allowed her to bring her stories directly to readers and eventually establish her own publishing imprint.
The Case Files of Henri Davenforth
While The Case Files of Henri Davenforth has earned a devoted following among fantasy mystery readers, it remains something of a hidden gem rather than a mainstream bestseller. That quieter reputation suits the series well, as its greatest strengths lie in thoughtful storytelling, engaging investigations, and characters who become more compelling with every case.
The Case Files of Henri Davenforth consists of eleven books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
